Dawn Darby and Susan Abell had each been seeking programs for their sons with cerebral palsy and could only find those innovative services hours away from Columbia.  They both thought the midlands could do better.  They met through support groups held by Family Connection of SC.  And in March of 2008, they formed The Therapy Place as a nonprofit, 501(c)3.

The Board of Directors was formed from the professionals, therapists and parents who came together for the initial focus groups.  After 2 years of fundraising and providing therapy camps at Trinity Episcopal Church and Trenholm Road United Methodist Church, a permanent facility was found in our current location in Forest Acres and a full menu of services began being delivered to children throughout the midlands and beyond on February 7, 2011 — our official anniversary date.

The vision from the start has been to see that all children with special needs will have every opportunity to pursue their goals, realize their dreams and reach their full potential.  In addition, every parent or caregiver of those children will be provided with information, resources and encouragement in order to best support his or her child. weeks, provided by physical therapists certified in the TheraSuit Method